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CITY OF COTTAGE GROVE
ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT
AUTHORITY
AGENDA
TUESDAY, APRIL 13, 1999
7:30.A.M.
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
• 3. Approval of March 9, 1999 Minutes
4. Business Items
A. Business Breakfast
B. Project Updates
C. 1998 Annual Report
D. 3M Survey
E. Administrative Site Plan Reviews
F. Participation in Labor Force Expo
G. Participation in International Manufacturing Technology Show
H. Fiscal Impact Analysis Status Update
I. Discussion Regarding Possible Visit to Genesis Business
Center's Site
J. City Identity/Theme
5. Miscellaneous Business Items
4111 6. Adjourn
Next Meeting Date: May 11
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City of Cottage Grove
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Memo
To: Economic Development Authority Members
From: Michelle A. Wolfe, Assistant City Administrator (�
Date: 04/09/99 1 \
Re: Annual Business Breakfast: Additional Follow-Up Item 4A
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Attached for your information is a letter drafted by Management Analyst Dan
King, which was sent to attendees of the Business Breakfast in March. It was
mailed to everyone who signed in.) As you can see, we asked for comments
about the event. As of this date, we have not received any comments.
• At the March EDA meeting, there was some discussion about returning to the
concept of an event during Manufacturer's Week (October). Then, continue to
have a "State of the City" breakfast event in January. For purposes of the work
plan, I wanted to briefly re-visit thee ideas and make a final determination if that
is the direction you wish to go.
If you have not seen it, the breakfast event has been broadcast many times on
Channel 12.
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7516 80th Street South/Cottage Grove,Minnesota 55016-3195 851458-2800 Fax 651.458-2897
www.cottage-grove.org TDD 651458-2880
March 17, 1999
The Cottage Grove Economic Development Authority would like to thank you for
your attendance at the Annual Business Recognition Breakfast. Your interest
and participation made this year's event a well-attended success. Hopefully the
'State of the City' Addresses, as well as the presentation by Dick Krant of
Renewal by Andersen, was informational.
We also hope it was helpful to have representatives from the Cottage Grove City
Staff, Minnesota Department of Trade and Economic Development, Small
Business Administration, Minnesota Department of Transportation, Washington
County Transportation and Physical Development, and the Cottage Grove Area
Chamber of Commerce available.
In order to make next year's event even better, we would appreciate any
comments you might have on the format, content, or any aspect of the Annual
Breakfast. Please respond to Dan King at 458-2833, or mail any comments to •
the Economic Development Department at City Hall. Thank you again for your
attendance and participation.
Sincerely,„re -
Piliw
Jack Dzer, President
Cottage Grove Economic Development Authority
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City of Cottage Grove
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Memo
To: Economic Development Authority Members
From: Michelle A. Wolfe, Assistant City Administrator,.
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Date: 04/09/99
Re: Project Updates Item 4B
METRO EAST
We responded to three (3) Metro East RFP's in March. One of the clients has
• determined to focus their search on northern suburbs. I have not heard any feedback
about the other two clients' as of this date.
TELEMARKETING FIRM
City Administrator Schroeder and I met with representatives of a telemarketing firm
about possible relocation or expansion to Cottage Grove. This could involve leasing
space or possibly (but unlikely) new construction. We are investigating possible grant
opportunities for this business, and we are also trying to analyze the potential labor
market. They would look to hire at least 150 employees. This appears to be a long
shot.
HOTEL/RESTAURANT/OFFICE
Administration and Community Development staff met with representatives interested in
building a hotel on a vacant parcel in Cottage Grove. If the parcel is large enough, they
are potentially interesting in adding a restaurant to the parcel, or an office building. Staff
is working with them to look more closely at the site and the possibility of acquisition.
TRUCKING COMPANY
A trucking company interested in the industrial park contacted us. We also responded
to inquiries regarding overnight parking restrictions. An information packet regarding
the industrial park was sent to them.
CROSS DOCK TERMINAL
• We had an inquiry about the possibility of locating a cross-dock terminal in the industrial
park. We provided information about zoning requirements and financial assistance. I
do not believe that we will pursue this project.
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RENEWAL BY ANDERSEN •
This project is progressing, with an expected "go live" date in May. A related project
has been discussed, but does not appear likely to go forth.
WAREHOUSE PROJECT
Discussions continue on the warehouse project for the Industrial Park.
POST OFFICE
The post office is going forward. An architectural firm has been hired. It is expected
that site approvals will be requested shortly on lots 2, 3 and 4 of the industrial park.
Provision has been made for a 2.4-acre storm holding area on adjacent lot 1. The
$100,000 construction cost of this pond will reduce infrastructure needs in the park by
$500,000. The pond will not be excavated until a later date.
MISCELLANEOUS
We had an inquiry from someone looking for 50-75 acres in the industrial park for office
warehouse. They were given Craig Lien's number for contact. An existing business in
the City may expand their location to include an addition for a wash bay. A development
located near Menard's is being discussed. Plans include some lots for commercial
purposes, and there are evidently a few retail operations interested in looking at this
project in more detail.
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We can discuss any of the above in more detail at the meeting.
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• City of Cottage Grove
Memo
To: Economic Authority Members
From: Michelle A. Wolfe, Assistant City Administrator `-'"
Date: 04/09/99
Re: 1998 Annual Report Item 4C
Staff has spent some extra time on the Annual Report this year. We are hoping
to use it as a marketing tool, and therefore have revised some of the types of
information provided in the document. In addition, Management Analyst Steve
Barrett has done a great job of creating a whole new look for the report, which we
• think will enhance its effectiveness. We are excited about the changes we have
made, and look forward to your input. If you are comfortable with the report as
presented, we will be able to get it printed and distributed. We may want to have
some discussion about to whom we should distribute the Annual Report, which
will help us estimate the printing costs.
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• City of Cottage Grove
Memo
To: Economic Authority Members
From: Michelle A. Wolfe, Assistant City Administrator
Date: 04/09/99
Re: 3M Survey Item 4D
On Tuesday, March 13, at 7 p.m., there will be a second presentation of the 3M
survey results. Members of the City Council who were unable to attend the first
presentation will be invited, as well as members of the Planning Commission.
After the presentation, there will also be discussion about follow-up survey
questions.
At the last EDA meeting, we talked about trying to ask more in depth questions
regarding restaurants. For example, what does "quality" mean? We discussed
using entrée prices as a guideline, and asking how often a citizen would spend
$5, $10, and $15 to eat out. There was also discussion about going more in-
depth on the Grey Cloud Island question, using graduated dollar amounts.
At the EDA meeting on April 13, staff would be interested in your comments so
that we can bring them to the meeting that evening at 3M.
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City of Cottage Grove
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Memo
To: Economic Authority Members
From: Michelle A. Wolfe, Assistant City Administrator
Date: 04/09/99
Re: Administrative Site Plan Reviews Item 4E
Attached is a memorandum that was recently shared with the Mayor and City
Council. Community Development Director Kim Lindquist provided a copy to me
and suggested that this information may be of interest to the EDA. Attached is
Kim's memorandum. I will have a copy of the site details available at the EDA
meeting if anyone is interested in seeing them.
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
Ryan Schroeder, City Administrator
FROM: John M. Burbank, Associate Planner
DATE: March 26, 1999
RE: Administrative Site Plan Reviews
On Friday, March 26, 1999, the Planning Division released two administrative
site plan reviews for proposed construction activity within the City of Cottage
Grove.
The first was for the new Tutor Time Day Care facility, which will be located at
80th Street and East Point Douglas Road. This 11,800 square foot building has
successfully met all of the planning ordinance criteria and commercial building •
review details. The conditions of release for the site plan approval are detailed in
the attached letter dated March 25, 1999. The site detail is also attached.
The second site plan review that was released is for the installation of a 322
square foot modular equipment storage building at the microcell antenna located
south of 110th Street near the waste water treatment plant. This application was
relatively minor in scope and allowed the City to require additional landscaping
and screening in front of the existing equipment already located on the site.
There will be some replacement activity for three of the antennas located on the
structure and the antenna structure itself. This replacement is allowed under the
City's current EMCF ordinance, which only requires the site plan review process
versus a conditional use permit that is required with other electromagnetic
communication facilities. A copy of the site details are attached for your review.
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City of Cottage Grove
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Memo
To: Economic Authority Members
From: Michelle A. Wolfe, Assistant City Administrator
Date: 04/09/99
Re: Participation in Labor Force Expo Item 4F
Last year, the City of Cottage Grove was a co-sponsor of the "Labor Force
Expo." The Expo, which was held in September at Eagle Valley Golf Course in
Woodbury, was a full day event featuring booths and speakers. The theme last
year was "Linking Your Business with Resources for Employee Retention."
• Subjects presented included "Where have all the workers gone?" and "Local
examples of Successful Strategies for Labor Force Retention." The McKnight
Foundation provides a $5,000 grant towards the cost for this event. 50
employers attended last year.
It has been requested that we participate this year. They are looking for
assistance with planning the event, as well as with advertising the event to
employers and recruiting them to attend.
We are trying to determine if this should be included in our work plan, and if
someone from the ED team should be assigned to assist with the event. Staff
requests input from the EDA as to the level of interest in this event.
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City of Cottage Grove
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Memo
To: Economic Authority Members
From: Michelle A. Wolfe, Assistant City Administrator
Date: 04/09/99
Re: Participation in International Manufacturing Technology Show
Item 4G
The City received the attached information from David Piggott of Metro
Development Partnership. MEDP is hoping to begin out-of-state marketing, and
plans to participate in the International Manufacturing Technology Show in
• Chicago. The event will take place September 6 — 13, 2000. MEDP anticipates
needing seven volunteers from member organizations in addition to MEDP staff
for this event. They are inquiring whether we would be interested in volunteering.
The anticipated expense would be approximately $200 per day, plus airfare
This event is in 2000, and budget preparation for 2000 will begin soon. Staff is
looking for direction from the EDA as to whether or not we should plan to
participate, and budget accordingly.
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Metro East
Development Partnership
TO: Metro East Economic Development Professionals
FROM: David Piggott, MEDP
DATE: March 25, 1999
RE: Trade Show Opportunity
As part of its new three-year strategic plan, MEDP has included a new out-of-state
marketing component. By promoting the region outside Minnesota, we hope to make
businesses aware of the positive changes to the state's business climate that have been
made in recent years. In addition to regional marketing, we want to provide an
opportunity for our communities to promote themselves to businesses located outside of
the Twin Cities.
The Metro East Development Partnership will be exhibiting at the International
Manufacturing Technology Show. This show will be held in Chicago between
September 6 to 13, 2000. We are hoping that many of our local economic development
professionals will be able to participate in this show with us. I am sending you this
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advance notice so that you will be able to include the costs in your 2000 budgets.
Since the show is so long, we will need two shifts of volunteers. The first group will
need to be in Chicago from September 5 to September 10. The second group will need to
be in Chicago from September 9 to September 14. Some would be able to arrive later or
leave earlier depending on scheduling and flight times.
We anticipate needing seven volunteers in addition to MEDP staff for both groups.
Volunteers would be paired in rotating teams of two for purposes of booth time and
calling on exhibitors. This will allow volunteers an opportunity to work with several of
their colleagues while at the show.
All volunteers will be allowed to exhibit their own marketing materials while in the booth
and on the floor. In the booth, there will be a literature rack to be shared by all
volunteers. While working the floor, volunteers will be allowed to include their literature
in the Metro East packets. While MEDP will be responsible for post-show follow-up, all
volunteers will receive a complete report on any prospects generated by the show.
The only costs to the volunteers will be travel, food, and lodging. All costs associated
with the show will be paid for by MEDP. This is a new initiative, and we hope you will
be able to participate.
332 Minnesota Street Suite N-205 Saint Paul,MN 55101 651/224-EAST Fax:651/223-5484 Web Site:www.medp.org
• If this is successful, we hope to attend a minimum of one trade show per year. This can
be an ongoing, affordable, out-of state prospecting activity for all Metro East
communities. It offers you the opportunity to meet directly with businesses, promote
your own communities along with the region, and interact with other economic
development professionals.
Please contact me if you have any questions regarding the process. For budgeting
purposes, I estimate food and lodging costs at $200 per day plus airfare. I will be
contacting you shortly to determine your interest.
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International Manufacturing Technology Show •
Dates: Wednesday, September 6, 2000 to Wednesday, September 13, 2000
Location: McCormick Place (all three buildings), Chicago, Illinois
Size: Over 1.2 million square feet of exhibitor space
Attendees: Over 120,000
• half from plants with more than 100 employees, half from plants with less that
100 employees
• 15% foreign attendees
• over 50% of attendees are in corporate management
Description: Held every two years, IMTS showcases the world of manufacturing
technology, specifically the newest machine tools; the most advanced controls, computers
and software; and the latest in environmental,safety and plant management—the
technologies that will shape the 21' century.
Pavilions: 10 pavilions in three buildings
• Abrasive Machining/Sawing/Finishing
• EDM
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• Environmental, Safety and Plant Management
• Factory Automation
• Gear Generation
• Lasers and Laser Systems
• Metal Cutting
• Metal Forming and Fabricating
• Quality Assurance
• Tooling and Workholding Systems
Metro East Development Partnership
• Metro East Development Partnership has purchased a trade show booth.
• MEDP will pay for the booth space.
• MEDP will pay for an ad in the trade show directory.
• MEDP will arrange for door prizes and handouts at the booth.
• MEDP will conduct a pre-show training session in Saint Paul.
• MEDP will coordinate lodging.
• MEDP will coordinate scheduling for booth time and floor time.
• MEDP will host a mid-show dinner on Saturday, September 10 so that both groups of
volunteers may attend.
• MEDP will prepare contact sheets and prospect reports. •
• MEDP will issue a final trade show report and follow-up guidelines to attendees.
City of Cottage Grove
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Memo
To: Economic Authority Members
From: Michelle A. Wolfe, Assistant City Administrator
Date: 04/09/99
Re: Fiscal Impact Analysis Status Update Item 4H
Attached is a memorandum prepared by Community Development Director Kim
Lindquist. This memo was prepared as an update to City Council regarding the
Fiscal Impact Analysis. This included for your information.
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
Ryan Schroeder, City Administrator
FROM: Kim Lindquist, Community Development Director
DATE: March 26, 1999
RE: Fiscal Impact Analysis Status Update
This memo is to update the City Council regarding the status of the fiscal impact analysis for
Grey Cloud Island. City staff met with the representatives of the Met Council, DNR, and
Washington County on Tuesday, March 23, to discuss the study. Attendees of the meeting
were Bill Morrissey, Julia Cuchna, and Pat Arndt, DNR; Jack Perkovich, Washington
County; Arne Stefferud, Metropolitan Council; Ryan Schroeder and myself.
At the meeting the DNR submitted a revised cost share proposal for their contribution to
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roadway improvements associated with the different development scenarios. One significant
change is the DNR has now stated that the third development scenario, the higher density
343-unit development, does not provide for enough land and amenities to be considered for
state park acquisition.
For the Council's information, the third scenario differs from the second development
scenario by 100 acres and is projected to maintain 1,000 total acres for park purposes.
The other difference is in the projected total number of developed units, 343 versus 157, or
a 186 residential unit increase. This change came as a surprise to City staff as the DNR,
along with Washington County and the Met Council were all involved in development of the
three development scenarios and had agreed to them at the first fiscal impact study meeting
on October 26, 1998. During the ensuing months, the DNR never indicated that they would
not be amenable to park acquisition for any of the development scenarios. Of course there
was a caveat that State acquisition would be dependent upon the final development layout
and the amount of usable land available for park purposes.
At our Tuesday meeting, the Met Council representative also expressed reservation about
park acquisition under the third development scenario stating that they use similar evalua-
tive criteria as the DNR and therefore, if the DNR was not interested, they most likely would
be uninterested also.
The attached tables, therefore, reflect changes made to the road cost participation due to 110 the change in status of the DNR park acquisition. This table is a change from the proposal
made by the DNR in their memo of February 2, 1999, primarily in Development Scenario #3.
Fiscal Impact Analysis Status Update
March 26, 1999
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Another change presented at the Tuesday meeting was that by law the DNR could not
contribute to road improvements for two different routes to a state park. Therefore, initially,
the DNR had proposed some minor cost sharing for road improvements on Hadley Avenue,
knowing some would take this access to the park rather than the designated route of
Jamaica to 100th Street and ultimately to 103rd Street and to the park. There are also some
modifications to the percentages in the other two development scenarios.
As can be seen from the tables, total road improvement costs are high. The breakdown of
cost participation is based upon the projected trip generation per listed use, park or new
development. The City portion reflects use by existing residents. It appears, given the high
cost of certain infrastructure projects, such as the 103rd Street bridge, that outside funding
sources may be needed to accomplish all listed improvements. For purposes of the fiscal
impact, staff is not assuming any outside funding (except MSA) which should reflect the
"worst case scenario".
At the meeting, the Washington County representative expressed concern over the pro-
jected assessed values for the residential development on the island. Staff had arrived at
the values submitted to Tischler based upon reviewing the county's appraisal and infor-
mation on other "exclusive" developments in the metro area. Although staff believes the
valuations previously submitted to Tischler are reasonable, we have reduced the average
residential valuations by $100,000 to accommodate the County's concern. This change is
reflected in the attached table. The marina value remains unchanged.
Scheduling of the impact study was also discussed with the DNR and the County stating
that there is no "rush" to have the study done since legislation will not be introduced this
session. They recognize that the requested changes will impact the study schedule and that
the draft review by all agencies may take some time.
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Public Roadway Improvement Scenarios •
DNR's Percentage of Participation
Lower Grey Cloud Island- Fiscal Impact Study
March 22, 1999
Scenarios 1, 2A, 3A
• Department of Natural Resources (DNR), Division of Parks & Recreation upgrades state
park access roadways from designated Road Account funds. One preferred route is
designated to direct park visitors from a trunk highway to the park. This route is
improved and signed to adequately provide access to a state park. No other route can be
improved using the road account funds. (Assuming Jamaica Ave as the preferred access.
Sections A and B could not be funded by Road Account funds.)
• Section L would provide access to the proposed development located outside the park
boundary. and would not be funded by DNR.
Scenario 2A
• A State Park on Lower Grey Cloud Island v ould be considered in conjunction with a
limited level of development. However. the proposed development plat would need to
comply with Department of Natural Resources guidelines and permitting processes.
including review as a part of the city comprehensive plan. The percentages assigned to
Scenario 2A are contingent on the development plat layout. and the land resource under
consideration meeting criteria for a State Park. These percentages may fluctuate
depending on the final development plans.
Scenario 3A
• Upon review of criteria for a State Park. the level of proposed development in scenario
3A eliminates this option from consideration as a State Park, and no cost share can be
proposed.
Prepared by:
Julia Cuchna
State Park Planner
(651) 296-5080
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• City of Cottage Grove
Memo
To: Economic Authority Members
From: Michelle A. Wolfe, Assistant City Administrator
Date: 04/09/99
Re: Possible Visit to Genesis Business Center Site Item 41
City Administrator Ryan Schroeder and I met with Harlan Jacobs of Genesis
Business center. Also present at the meeting were Steven Lehr of CB Richard
Ellis and Gordon Awsumb of Minnesota Development. Many different concepts
were discussed, including some of the projects and partnerships each of the
• individuals had been a part of. Mr. Jacobs invited us to visit their Columbia
Heights incubator facility.
It was suggested that perhaps the City should work with Washington County to
develop a Washington County Capital Fund. Similar funds exit in Dakota County
and other counties, and they are used to provide assistance to start-up new high-
tech companies. Evidently, it may be possible to pursue a grant to assist in this
effort.
At this time, staff is interested in the EDA's level of interest in pursuing some of
these ideas. Possible early efforts would include (1) visiting the Columbia
Heights incubator facility (2) talking with Dakota County about their existing fund,
how it is used, etc. (3) establishing a meeting with Washington County to see if
they are interesting in pursuing the idea of a capital fund.
•
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• City of Cottage Grove
Memo
To: Economic Authority Members
From: Michelle A. Wolfe, Assistant City Administrator
Date: 04/09/99
Re: Community Identity/Theme Item 4J
At the February and March EDA meetings, Dick Pederson raised the issue of
trying to develop a City identity or theme. The question is "Cottage Grove, Home
of ?" One possibility is "Cottage Grove, Home of Volunteerism." It was
suggested that this item be placed on the agenda for additional discussion, to
• see if anyone has any new ideas or thoughts on the subject.
•
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